Up to £70,000 per annum

12 month FTC (Maternity Cover)

Hybrid Working available (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH)

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading international bank seeking a high-calibre Financial/Regulatory Accountant to join their London-based Finance team. This is a pivotal 12-month maternity cover role, offering an experienced professional the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio across management accounting, tax, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory reporting. Reporting directly to the Financial Control Manager, you will support all core reporting functions, ensuring the bank remains compliant with UK and international standards. You will play a key role in the month-end close process and contribute to high-priority system implementation projects. Candidates must be fully qualified and must have prior banking experience

Key Responsibilities of the Regulatory Accountant to include:

• Reporting: Prepare management accounts, Head Office reporting, and UK regulatory submissions (PRA and BOE).
• Financial Control: Lead monthly balance sheet substantiation, coordinate reconciliations, and provide detailed MI explaining key movements.
• Analysis: Perform analytical reviews of P&L and balance sheets, explaining trends against budgets and prior periods.
• Tax & Budgeting: Support the preparation of quarterly and annual tax computations (VAT, Corporation Tax, BBSI) and assist in the budgeting/forecasting process.
• Change Management: Contribute to efficiency initiatives, including a GL upgrade and the implementation of new regulatory reporting and P2P systems.

Requirements for the successful Regulatory Accountant to include:

To be successful in this role, prior banking experience is essential. You must demonstrate a strong financial control background and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Candidates must be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
• Expertise: Solid experience in financial and management reporting within the banking sector.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel and numeracy skills are mandatory. Knowledge of Power BI is highly advantageous.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with UK regulatory reporting (PRA/BOE) and international head office requirements.
• Attributes: An organized, diligent, and professional approach with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team

This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited are those of an Employment Agency.